Aurélia Maruéjol
At Ugigrip-Vallgrip, technical innovation drives every project. Today, we sat down with Rémi, tooling design engineer in our R&D office, to get a behind-the-scenes look at his role.
Can you describe your job?
« My job is to turn a client’s idea into a real, workable product. I design the tools needed for production and act as a bridge between the sales and manufacturing teams.
My role is to make sure the solution is technically feasible, cost-effective, and aligned with the client’s expectations. I’m constantly balancing industrial constraints with commercial requirements.»
Tailor-made engineering
What do you enjoy most about it?
« The exploration. Every new product is a chance to create something different and think outside the box. I love that phase of reflection and innovation.
And there’s also the human side: working with support teams, sharing ideas, guiding, helping… Solving complex problems and finding robust, lasting solutions is really rewarding. »
Your biggest daily challenges?
« Time, no question. Deadlines are often tight, but it’s important to take the time to fully understand everyone’s constraints.
And getting people from very different fields to understand each other—that’s a real challenge in communication and adaptability. »
What key skills are needed?
« A solid foundation in engineering, of course, but also curiosity, patience, and strong teamwork.
You need to be open to feedback, share both successes and mistakes, and lean on the right people. »
Any final thoughts?
« Simplicity. I discovered this job by doing it. It’s not something you learn in school, but it’s essential.
I’d love to share it more—with others, to grow together and find solutions that are even simpler, faster, and more efficient.»
